Steve Kimock

Steve Kimock (born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania) is an American rock musician and guitarist. His music is widely known for being influenced heavily by the psychedelic rock styles of the Grateful Dead. He is one of several musical artists whose fan base includes former Deadheads and whose popularity has surged as these fans have sought out new live musical outlets following the 1995 death of Jerry Garcia.

Early years

Resisting the usual trappings of a "normal" life at an early age, Kimock focused on music, typically practicing for eight hours daily. This routine began as early as high school in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, where his principal permitted him to practice guitar in the breezeway, on the condition that he at least show up for school.

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High school - Pennsylvania - Lehigh Valley

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His diverse musical influences have been wide-ranging, including Roy Buchanan, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Ali Akbar Khan, David Lindley, and others. Still, Kimock is best known for creating music that is generally considered to be the nearest contemporary sound to that of the Grateful Dead, and his music is held in high esteem by diehard fans of the former band.

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Roy Buchanan - John Coltrane - Miles Davis - Ali Akbar Khan - David Lindley

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